TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%
TSLA388.900-3.05%
GM78.0500.27%
F12.435-0.275%
RIVN16.8900.48%
CYD42.3200.03%
HMC24.3600.1%
TM212.860-0.32%
CVNA362.240-8.84%
PAG156.0200.89%
LAD274.8700.39%
AN198.2902.48%
GPI335.4802.75%
ABG204.0901.55%
SAH67.3701.48%


vehicle affordability

Toyota

Toyota COO outlines cautious approach to compact trucks at NADA Show

- February 5, 2026
On the Dash: Toyota plans to reenter the compact pickup segment when demand and scale support long-term viability. Potential changes to the USMCA pose a major risk to pricing, supply...
Industry News Articles
NADA 2026

Dealers weigh affordability and EV strategies ahead of NADA 2026

- February 3, 2026
On the Dash: Elevated vehicle costs and affordability concerns are top priorities for dealerships heading into NADA 2026. Softening EV demand and a pivot toward used EVs and hybrids are...
Auto Industry Trends Articles
Nearly half of U.S. auto loan borrowers use terms over 72 months as rising vehicle prices strain monthly budgets.

Rising car prices push Americans toward longer auto loans

- January 27, 2026
On the Dash: Nearly 50% of borrowers rely on auto loans longer than 72 months to manage rising vehicle costs. Millennials and Gen X carry the largest balances, while Gen...
Data & Analytics Articles
Vehicle affordability worsens as over 20% of buyers top $1,000 monthly payments in Q4 2025, with loan amounts and terms rising.

Vehicle affordability crisis deepens as $1,000 payments become more common

- January 6, 2026
On the Dash: More than 20% of new-vehicle buyers paid over $1,000 per month in Q4 2025, setting a new record. Average new-vehicle payments and loan amounts both reached all-time...
Data & Analytics Articles
A dispute is brewing between Sen. Ted Cruz and the Detroit Three over CEO testimony at a Senate hearing on vehicle affordability.

Sen. Cruz, Detroit Three clash over CEO attendance at Senate affordability hearing

- December 31, 2025
On the Dash: Sen. Ted Cruz wants Detroit Three CEOs to testify at a Jan. 14 Senate hearing on vehicle affordability. Ford and GM object, citing scheduling conflicts, subject matter...
Daily Automotive News Articles

Edmunds’ Jessica Caldwell on tariffs’ impact on vehicle affordability

- April 9, 2025
As the auto industry celebrates a powerful start to 2025, a new challenge is already shaking market expectations: President Trump's implementation of sweeping tariffs. In today's episode of Inside Automotive,...
Featured Daily Automotive News
affordability

Navigating vehicle affordability challenges – Laura Perrotta | NJ CAR

- April 9, 2025
With 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and parts now in effect, dealers across the country—and especially in New Jersey—are grappling with the potential fallout. In today's episode of CBT Now,...
Featured Daily Automotive News
According to the Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Affordability Index, new vehicle affordability experienced a slight decline in June.

New vehicle affordability sees slight decline in June despite rising incomes

- July 16, 2024
According to the Cox Automotive/Moody’s Analytics Affordability Index, new vehicle affordability experienced a slight decline in June. Dealers and manufacturers were less aggressive with pricing due to widespread software disruptions,...
Headlines Articles
Here’s a closer look at the top automotive stories and more headlines to catch up on this week in automotive industry news.

Automotive weekly roundup: Vinfast’s EV charging network, new vehicle affordability, Biden eases fuel economy proposal

- March 22, 2024
Earlier this week: Pham Nhat Vuong, founder of VinFast, launched V-Green to develop a global EV charging network, aiming to enhance VinFast's market presence and lead in charging station density....
Daily Automotive News Articles
As the industry shifts its focus to larger, more expensive vehicles, Hyundai is positioning itself for affordability and practicality.

Opinion | Hyundai boldly bets on sedans: is the OEM a step ahead of everyone?

- March 4, 2024
In a gesture of transparency, I confess that I own one of Audi's quickest sedans. The truth is that I'm biased toward sedans, sportbacks, and wagons. And, like other Audi...
Daily Automotive News Articles


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TrueCar achieves profitability and calls for a new standard in automotive pricing
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TrueCar achieves profitability and calls for a new standard in automotive pricing

Stellantis, Microsoft deepen alliance to supercharge AI and cybersecurity capabilities 
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Stellantis, Microsoft deepen alliance to supercharge AI and cybersecurity capabilities 
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Pentagon boosts weapons production with automakers, Ford unifies EV strategy, Tesla outlook improves

Pentagon taps automakers to boost weapons production capacity
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Pentagon taps automakers to boost weapons production capacity

Ford creates unified product organization to accelerate EV, software rollout and margin goals
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Ford creates unified product organization to accelerate EV, software rollout

Tesla outlook strengthens as software updates fuel investor confidence
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Tesla outlook strengthens as software updates fuel investor confidence

New-vehicle affordability improves for fifth straight month
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New-vehicle affordability improves for fifth straight month

Auto retail holds firm as Kerrigan flags geopolitical pressure, policy resets and M&A surge
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Auto retail holds firm as Kerrigan flags geopolitical pressure, policy resets and M&A surge

Paul Brown, Vice President of Ascent Dealer Services, explains how negative equity affects trade-in values and how dealerships can protect themselves and customers with gap insurance.
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The key to closing deals underwater

CarMax shares fall 14% as new CEO Keith Barr unveils turnaround plan focused on lower-priced vehicles amid softening consumer demand.
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CarMax pivots to lower-priced vehicles as investors remain skeptical


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